by andrew | Nov 7, 2020
The End–and–End Measurement Method has a specific form that must be used for a Public Weighbridge.
by andrew | Nov 7, 2020
End–and–End Measurement Method has three steps: Position the prime mover on the platform so the trailer axles are as close as possible to the platform on the level approach. Record the weight of the prime mover (Weigh 1) Move the vehicle forward so the...
by andrew | Nov 7, 2020
The End–and–end measurement method may only be performed on a weighbridge that has suitable approaches for the vehicle being weighed and is permitted to perform such measurements. Weighing can only proceed if: the brakes, gears etc are not engagedthe suspension of the...
by andrew | Nov 7, 2020
The End–and–end measurement method is used when the entire vehicle does not fit onto the platform/s and it is not possible to determine the mass of a vehicle by direct measurement. As a result, two measurements have to be made, one for the front of the vehicle...
by andrew | Nov 6, 2020
In the example the laden heavy vehicle has: Weigh 1 for the Prime Mover – 15.34 tonne Weigh 2 for the Trailer – 18.25 tonne Total Mass for the combination – 33.59 tonne